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Jul 26
1 min

Catamaran Endorsement to The Bahamas

Bluesail's November 2020 Catamaran Endorsement to the Bahamas! Apply today to secure your dual occupancy cabin.

May 13
2 min

Trip Cancellation Protection

What is Trip Cancellation Protection? The Trip Cancellation Protection Plan provides an easy-to-understand cancellation coverage for your...

Feb 1
4 min

The Merchant Marine Act and The Jones Act

Senator Wesley Jones (R-WA) was the original Congressman to propose Section 27 of the MMA, also known as The Jones Act.

Jan 1
2 min

Trip Cancellation & Property Protection Plan

The Bluesail Trip Cancellation & Property Protection Plan provides additional cancellation flexibility and property damage protection.

Dec 26, 2019
1 min

Parking at Stock Island Marina Village

Parking with Bluesail at Stock Island Marina Village is easy, convenient, and FREE!

Dec 12, 2019
1 min

Bareboat "Boatel" to Bareboat Charter

Did you book through AirBnb, VRBO, or similar vacation rental site and want to take the boat our for a sail during your stay? Read more...

Dec 2, 2019
2 min

Bareboat Agreement Application and Explanation

Not sure if your boat rental or booking requires a bareboat agreement? If it's a foreign-built vessel then the answer is likely yes.

Nov 7, 2019
1 min

Bareboat Skipper Referrals

Looking for a local skipper to help operate your bareboat rental with Bluesail? Check out our local referral list to help in the process.

Nov 7, 2019
1 min

After-hours Check-in Service

Check-in service and pricing for guests arriving and checking in after-hours.

Oct 31, 2019
3 min

Welcome to The Dry Tortugas!

Sitting about 70 miles West of Key West The Dry Tortugas is a 100 square mile National Park made up of 7 small islands: Garden, Loggerhe...

Oct 31, 2019
2 min

Where to Eat Nearby

Located on property at Stock Island Marina Village: Matt’s Stock Island Kitchen and Bar serving up American coastal comfort food from Esp...

Oct 30, 2019
3 min

Welcome to Boca Grande Key!

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Boca Grande Key is a small 180 acre uninhabited island that sits roughly 14 miles west of Stock Isla...

Oct 30, 2019
3 min

U.S. Coast Guard Regulations for Bareboat Charter

In September 2018 the U.S. Coast Guard pulled over a fishing vessel in the Halifax River to conduct an inspection of safety equipment and...

Apr 5, 2019
3 min

OPINION | Tipping the Bareboat Charter Captain

After weeks of deliberation alas you've made a decision to bareboat charter for your upcoming vacation. How cool! You and your bareboat...

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